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10 Activities for Beating Cabin Fever

December 17, 2013 by notjustcute Filed Under: Music and Movement, Uncategorized 4 Comments

Beating Cabin Fever Winter has a way of causing kids (and adults) to “bounce off the walls” from time to time.  Whether it’s a snow day, a sick day, an inside recess day, a bad air day, or just the “we’re-so-excited-for-the-holidays-we-can’t-stand-it” day, there are plenty of times when you need a new, simple activity to shake things up and redirect some energy into a new, positive direction.

Today’s post is sponsored by a new app called Knoala.  If you’ve noticed, I’m very picky about taking on sponsors, and probably even more picky about taking on apps.  What I love about Knoala (besides the fact that it’s FREE) is that this app is a tool, not a babysitter.  Parents can pull up ideas, organized by age, for simple hands-on activities to do with their kids, usually with supplies you already have on hand.  It’s perfect for those moments when you just need a playful nudge or a fresh idea.  You can find the app at the Apple Store here. [Read more…]

Weekend Reads 12.13.13

December 13, 2013 by notjustcute Filed Under: Uncategorized, Weekend Reads 4 Comments


If you take only one thing from this week’s roundup, please watch this video.  This weekend marks the first anniversary of the Sandy Hook tragedy.  This video, featuring the family of one of the girls killed, reminds us that if we all choose to show love and kindness in our own corner of the world, there will always be more goodness than evil.  She also talks about her faith, but whether you’re religious or not, the message that we can all do something – big or small – to spread love in this world is powerful.

Grab a tissue.  Watch the video.  Go out and do something today to show that evil did not win. [Read more…]

Quick Thought: Christmas From Heaven

December 11, 2013 by notjustcute Filed Under: Celebrate!, Quick Thought / Hot Topic, Uncategorized 4 Comments

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Candy Bomber?  What?  Who?

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It’s OK Not to Share! 2014 Read Along (+ a Giveaway!)

December 10, 2013 by notjustcute Filed Under: Child Development & DAP, Uncategorized 76 Comments

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If you happened to read yesterday’s guest post from Heather Shumaker, I’m guessing you’re already hungry for more. And that’s great news, because you’re about to get  whole lot more!

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The Joy and Power of True PRE-Literacy

December 9, 2013 by notjustcute Filed Under: Building Readers, Child Development & DAP 12 Comments

I’m thrilled to introduce Heather Shumaker as today’s guest writer.  I have really loved connecting with her and I can’t wait to let you know what we’ve been working on for all of you!  For now I’ll tell you this:  You do not want to miss out on tomorrow’s post!  Today, however, I just want you to enjoy what Heather’s put together for you!

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Hot Topic: Shame vs Guilt

December 4, 2013 by notjustcute Filed Under: Child Development & DAP, Positive Guidance and Social Skills, Quick Thought / Hot Topic 7 Comments

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“Where is the shame?”

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Book+ Gifts! Literacy-Inspired Christmas Gifts Kids Will Love!

December 2, 2013 by notjustcute Filed Under: Building Readers, Uncategorized 7 Comments

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I love giving books as presents!  It’s one gift my boys can count on for just about every holiday.  But one of my favorite things to do is to pair a book with another gift.  Each item is great on its own, but together they come to life!  Here are a few of my favorites for this holiday season (includes affiliate links):

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Quick Thoughts: Gratitude

November 27, 2013 by notjustcute Filed Under: Quick Thought / Hot Topic 5 Comments

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For this Thanksgiving week, I wanted to share a thought on gratitude from Epicurus.  It reminds me that in all the hustle and bustle of life, all the carpools and homework, the tantrums and sibling battles, the spilled bowls of cereal and stained Tshirts, THIS is the life that I once only hoped for.  I dreamed of a busy home full of children, and that’s certainly what I got.  While I will say the days of parenting young kids are hard, and that there are plenty of days I collapse into bed, wondering how I could feel so tired and seemingly accomplish so little, I am so grateful for these days and I try hard not to wish them away.

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Weekend Reads 11.23.13 — Thanksgiving Edition!

November 23, 2013 by notjustcute Filed Under: Uncategorized, Weekend Reads 2 Comments

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Are you looking forward to counting your blessings and gathering together with family?  This weekend’s round-up has a Thanksgiving theme to help you on your way!

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Strong Boys: Online Dangers (Part 2)

November 22, 2013 by notjustcute Filed Under: Child Development & DAP, Uncategorized 8 Comments

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If you read part one of this series, it should be pretty clear that we have to be proactive in protecting our children from pornography.  Today we’ll look at how we can go about doing that.

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